Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1
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Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 123 x 62 x 30mm
- Introduced October 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 1.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- (1×)mm (F2.8) lens
- 190g - 66 x 43 x 89mm
- Revealed September 2014

Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Ricoh WG-30W versus Ricoh WG-M1, both Waterproof digital cameras and they are both designed by Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-30W (16MP) and the WG-M1 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-30W was unveiled around the same time to the WG-M1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the WG-30W grades versus the WG-M1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh WG-30W and Ricoh WG-M1. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh WG-30W Gallery and Ricoh WG-M1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-30W over the Ricoh WG-M1
WG-30W | WG-M1 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.5" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-M1 over the Ricoh WG-30W
WG-M1 | WG-30W |
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Common features in the Ricoh WG-30W and Ricoh WG-M1
WG-30W | WG-M1 | |||
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Revealed | October 2014 | ![]() | September 2014 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-30W has got outer measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-M1 has sizing of 66mm x 43mm x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh WG-30W versus Ricoh WG-M1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-30W against the WG-M1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-30W and WG-M1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-30W and WG-M1.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh WG-30W to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.

Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh WG-30W vs Ricoh WG-M1 Specifications
Ricoh WG-30W | Ricoh WG-M1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh WG-30W | Ricoh WG-M1 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-10-09 | 2014-09-12 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | (1×) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 1.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 115 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 960 (50p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 848 x 480 (60p, 120p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 62 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 66 x 43 x 89mm (2.6" x 1.7" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 350 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | DB-65 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | microSD/microSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $280 | $2,000 |